Accounting Assistant C

McGill University; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a part-time role in Montreal. The position supports general accounting tasks under supervision, including processing transactions, journal entries, deposits, and expenditure reports.

Ideal candidates are McGill undergraduates with a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience, excellent Excel skills, and strong attention to detail. This is a 10-hour/week role starting Sep 28, 2026 and ending Jan 2, 2027.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with two years of relevant experience.
• Studying towards a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (Preferably entering 2nd year).
• Must be a McGill undergraduate student.
• Must possess high attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounting transactions via bookkeeping and expense claims.
• Enter journal transactions and prepare deposits/ payment requisitions.
• Respond to inquiries regarding accounting transactions and support departments with issues.
• Support department with balances and expense reports.
• Maintain records and file requests as required.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Intermediate Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (preferred entering 2nd year)

Job description

## Accounting Assistant CApply: Les Cours Mont Royal: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: September 19, 2026 (4 days left to apply): JR0000080537**Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.****If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).**University Advancement (UA) promotes McGill to its global community and to the public, engaging alumni, volunteers and friends of the University, and building on McGill’s record of fundraising success in support of University priorities.By joining UA, **you can be part of a dynamic and exciting team of professionals** that is **making an extraordinary impact on the world** by advancing the philanthropic and engagement ambitions of McGill University.To find out more about UA, please visit us at www.mcgill.ca/advancement/ua-careers .***POSITION COVERED BY AMUSE-PSAC BARGAINING UNIT*****Hiring Unit:** University Advancement, Finance & Donation Services**Supervisor:** Director, Finance**Salary:** $17.17 per hour. 4% vacation pay and compensation for Legal Holidays will be included on each pay**Classification**: C**Estimated Hours of Work Per Week:** 10 hours per week**Start and end date of employment**: September 28, 2026 – January 2, 2027**Position Summary:**Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the incumbent may perform some or all of the general accounting functions listed below.**Typical Functions:*** Process accounting transactions via bookkeeping and expense claims. Assist in the preparation of specific reports and provide administrative assistance with budget preparation.* Enter journal transactions. Prepares deposits and payment requisitions for approval.* Respond to specific inquiries regarding accounting transactions and support departments in resolving related issues.* Support department in assisting internal and external parties with balances and expense reports.* Respond to general inquiries within area of responsibility and file requests. Follow up as required.* Provide support with record keeping.* The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an incumbent**Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities*** High School Diploma with two years of relevant experience in the field of work.* Studying towards a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (Preferably entering 2nd year)* **Must be a McGill undergraduate student*** Must possess high attention to detail.* Possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills.* Possess intermediate Microsoft Word skills.***Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.*** ***Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 3 on a scale of 0-4.*** ***For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.*****Minimum Education and Experience:**High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience**Hourly Salary:**(AMUSE C) $17.17**Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:**10 (Part time)**Position Start Date:**2026-09-28**Position End Date:**2027-01-02**Deadline to Apply:**2026-09-18**This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.*****McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].***